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10 Ways to Go Paperless (and Save Money) with Fleet Management & Supply Chain Optimization (White Paper)

This white paper from Cadec Global explains how this technology can help your company be more socially responsible and have a significant positive impact on your bottom line. Link

An Introduction to the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) - 2006

This report, sponsored by GS1, is an introduction to the GTIN which uniquely identifies trade items, helping to simplify supply chain management and to facilitate the global flow of trade items. Link

Battling the Fuel Cost Frenzy with Route Optimization and Wireless Tracking Service (White Paper)

The recent escalation in fuel costs is just one of the many challenges threatening this delicate balance between controlling expenses and improving service. This white paper discusses a method for saving your bottom line. Link

The Benefits of Integrated Business Management Software for Wholesale Distributors (White Paper) June 2008

Addressing the mish-mash of disconnected applications is a key step wholesale distributors can take to gain better control and increase the efficiency of its business. This white paper looks at the value of a single integrated software suite in providing significant advantages to the wholesale distribution business. Link

Best Practices for Optimizing Last Mile Pick Up and Delivery Operations (White Paper)

Companies with last mile delivery operations must manage their pick up and delivery (P&D) processes considering all elements including customer care, driver, vehicle and route management, and service offerings. This white paper discusses best practices for achieving these ends through technology. Link

Business Value through Fleet Management Optimization (White Paper)

This white paper from Cadec Global discusses how newer technologies are helping to ensure improved safety records and higher levels of customer service. Link

Ensuring Food Safety and Brand Protection Through Supply Chain Traceability (White Paper)

To ensure the safety of the domestic and global food supply, demands for brand protection assurance are on the rise from customers and the food industry marketplace itself, along with increasing national and global food safety initiatives. Link

Five Ways to Go Green with Fleet Management (White Paper)

This white paper from Cadec Global explains ways to reduce costs, ensure compliance, and improve productivity—while protecting the environment. Link

Food Safety Podcasts from USDA's FSIS

Listen to FSIS podcasts on various aspects of food safety anytime. Access the library here: Link

Get Started on a Data Synchronization Program

Advice and suggestions from GS1. Link

Getting Loyalty Programs Back to Loyalty: A Benchmark Study (White Paper)

White paper from Retalix. Free registration is required. Loyalty programs are a very effective way of capturing customer data. Link

Global Data Synchronization: Current Status and Future Trends 2007

This report from the University of St. Gallen states that retailers and their suppliers are a clear example of electronic collaboration. They look at current trends to make recommendations for the future. Link

GS1 Barcodes and Identification

GS1 bar codes identify items in the supply chain and are used in all industry sectors including retail, manufacturing and healthcare. Link

GS1 Traceability

The GS1 Traceability solution provides powerful tool kit for implementing traceability in the supply chain based on the GS1 System of standards. Use this section to discover more... Link

GTIN Allocation Rules

From GS1.org. Link

IFDA Standard Format (PROFILE)

A non-proprietary, standardized format for the electronic exchange of product information. Link

Planning for a Human Flu Pandemic : Emergency Response Guidelines for Foodservice Distributors

Presented by the IFDA Food Safety and Security Commission Link

Produce Traceability Initiative - Industry Action Plan

The Produce Traceability Initiative publishes their action plan to date. Link

Staying in the Black as Labor Fades to Gray (Webcast)

With a shrinking and more diverse workforce, employers need more sophisticated tools and a variety of approaches to manage their labor needs. Link

Ten Steps to Bar Code Implementation

This page from GS1 takes new bar code users through the basic steps to begin using bar codes. Link

Traceability in the Food Supply Chain

From the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General. Link

U.S. FDA's Recall List for Peanut-Containing Products

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Vehicle Lifecycle Management

White paper from TELARGO. Free registration is required. Link

What is EDI?

Electronic commerce is the communication of business information through the sending and receiving of electronic messages between trading partners. Learn the benefits and U.S. guidelines. Link

Wireless Capabilities a Must-Have for Fleet Operators (White Paper) May 2008

Wireless technology has become a mainstay for today’s distribution, wholesale and retail fleet
operators delivering goods to the end user – especially in the area of last-mile delivery. This white paper discusses how the ability to communicate information in real-time contributes to a more efficient delivery process. Link